The Brenham (TX) varsity football team will play a neutral-site playoff game against Randle (Richmond, TX) on Saturday, November 30, at 2:00 PM at Waller High School. This game is part of the 2024 UIL Texas Football State Championships, Conference 5A Division 2 tournament.

Brenham vs Randle Game Info:

What: Texas High School Football Playoffs
Who: Brenham vs Randle
When: Saturday, November 30, 2024
Bracket: 2024 UIL Texas Football State Championships – 2024 Football Conference 5A D2
Time: 2:00 p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch here

Game preview: Brenham vs Randle

As the high school football season reaches its peak, two powerhouse teams in Texas—Randle and Brenham—are making waves with exceptional records and standout performances. Both teams have demonstrated resilience, power, and skill, but what sets them apart are the details that shape their success. Let’s take a deep dive into their rankings, records, and key statistics as they prepare for what promises to be an intense battle for supremacy.

Record Overview: A Perfect Season vs. Near Perfection

• Randle has dominated its 2024-25 season, finishing with a flawless 12-0 record. The team has been nearly untouchable in district play, securing a 7-0 record in the district and impressively sweeping both home and away games with 5-0 and 6-0 records respectively. This perfect record is backed by a stunning points-to-points-against ratio, scoring 688 points while only conceding 79 points, giving them an almost impenetrable defense.
• Brenham, on the other hand, has posted a highly impressive 11-1 record, with their lone loss coming in a non-league game. They finished the district season with a 5-0 record, with their away performance at 6-0 proving their resilience on the road. With 523 points scored and 252 points allowed, Brenham has also showcased an explosive offense.

Team Scoring and Stat Comparison

When it comes to scoring, Randle boasts a robust 57.3 points per game, powered by consistent first-half dominance. They score an average of 18 points in the first quarter and 19.6 in the second quarter, which positions them well in the early stages of games. Their scoring drops slightly in the third and fourth quarters, yet they still maintain a commanding lead.

In comparison, Brenham scores an average of 43.6 points per game, with their offense consistently putting up strong numbers across all four quarters. Their scoring is most balanced, with notable performances in the second and fourth quarters, where they average around 12.7 and 9.0 points respectively.

Key Team Stats

• Rushing Yards: Randle averages 280.3 rushing yards per game, edging out Brenham, which averages 267.7 yards. Both teams rely heavily on their ground game, with Landen Williams-Callis leading the way for Randle with 142.9 rushing yards per game, while Jakoby Dixon leads Brenham with 187.3 rushing yards per game, ranking him nationally as one of the top rushers.
• Passing Yards: Randle also edges out Brenham in the passing game, with 164.8 passing yards per game versus Brenham’s 158.7. Tyler Skrabanek of Randle averages 135.2 passing yards per game, while Jordan Harvey of Brenham leads his team with 148.2 yards per game.
• Receiving Yards: Both teams are quite balanced in their receiving corps, with Randle’s Dacorian Rubin posting 40.6 receiving yards per game and Brenham’s Hagen Frank leading his team with 65.0 yards per game.
• Total Yards Per Game: Randle’s offense generates 445.1 total yards per game, which slightly outpaces Brenham’s 426.3 yards. However, both teams are known for their high-powered offenses that can strike from anywhere on the field.

Notable Players and Leaders

For Randle, Landen Williams-Callis is the star of the offense, leading the team in rushing yards, total yards, and points per game. He’s been a force in helping Randle maintain its perfect season. Meanwhile, Tyler Skrabanek has been solid in the passing game, delivering when needed.

For Brenham, Jakoby Dixon stands out not only as a top rusher but also as a consistent playmaker. Jordan Harvey has also been impressive as the leader in passing yards, while Hagen Frank has been a key target in the air game.

Common Opponents: Head-to-Head Comparison

Both teams have faced the same opponents in Texas City and Belton.

• In the Texas City matchups, both teams emerged victorious. Randle won 45-13 at home, while Brenham triumphed 38-0 at home.
• Against Belton, Randle dominated with a 63-7 win, while Brenham secured a 42-24 victory.

Both teams have shown they are more than capable of handling tough competition, having swept these common opponents.

Home and Away Performance

Randle has been a dominant force at home (5-0) but has shown remarkable resilience on the road with a 6-0 away record. Brenham has similarly excelled in away games, finishing 6-0 in such matchups. The home advantage seems minimal for either team, with both squads showing they can perform under pressure in hostile environments.

The Road Ahead

With the season nearing its end and playoff spots on the line, Randle’s undefeated run will be put to the test, while Brenham will look to avenge their lone loss and prove that they’re ready for championship glory. Both teams have shown they can compete with the best, but it’s clear that their unique offensive styles and strong leadership will determine who comes out on top in the upcoming rounds.

In what promises to be an exciting clash of two high-caliber teams, fans are eagerly awaiting to see which powerhouse will emerge victorious in the next stage of the Texas high school football playoffs.